Why Labour’s squeeze on the PRS is creating a perfect storm

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Let’s be honest, the Conservatives did landlords in the UK no favours, but Labour are delivering something that is making me sit up and think.

It appears that both political parties are dedicated to reducing the private rented sector

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Aldermore and CHL announce BTL rate reductions

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Aldermore has revealed a series of buy to let interest rate reductions for both new and current clients.

For new BTL customers, individual and company landlords acquiring single residential investment properties can access two-year fixed rates (up to 75% LTV) from 4.69% (a 0.40% decrease) and five-year fixed rates (up to 75% LTV) from 4.59% (a 0.30% decrease).

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Bank of England cut interest rates to 4.5%

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The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) hawks came out on top today, voting 7-2 to cut the Bank Base Rate by 0.25%, bringing it down from 4.75% to 4.5%.

In a surprise move, two members pushed for a much bigger cut to 0.5%

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The Renters’ Rights Bill is coming – are you ready to sell?

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The second reading of the Renters’ Rights Bill in the House of Lords this week, has brought it one step closer to becoming law.

Landlords across the country are weighing up their options and many are deciding enough is enough.

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Paymentshield enhances tenant’s contents cover for pet damage

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Insurance provider Paymentshield has revamped its tenant contents policy ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill which will restrict landlords from ‘unreasonably’ denying pet requests.

The updated product includes expanded protection for property damage caused by pets

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Renters’ Rights Bill passes second reading in the Lords

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The Renters’ Rights Bill has passed its second reading in the House of Lords and will now go to the Committee stage.

A total of 44 members of the House of Lords spoke at the second reading of the Bill.

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Give small landlords a break?

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Hello, I rent out one property, and a significant number of other landlords do the same. The rental from this property is my only income since I am retired.

It was an investment, but it also provided a home for somebody else which is more than you can say of most investments.

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Tax breaks urged for landlords to tackle EPC upgrades

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Landlords should receive tax incentives for energy-efficient property upgrades which help reduce renters’ ‘crippling’ utility expenses, Tory MPs have urged.

MailOnline reports that Labour has been told by MPs in the Conservative Environment Network (CEN) that tax relief will lower tenant costs and reduce UK reliance on foreign fuel imports.

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UK Economy Flatlines: What Property Investors Must Know

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Are you ready to navigate the 2025 property market and thrive in challenging times? In this video, Ranjan Bhattacharya covers the critical insights every UK property investor needs to stay ahead. With the economy facing stagnant growth, rising taxes, and increased regulatory pressures

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Lords urged to revise Renters’ Rights Bill amid rental home supply fears

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The Renters’ Rights Bill faces its second reading in the House of Lords today (Tuesday 4 February), with calls for revisions to address potential negative impacts on the private rented sector.

Those concerns come from Propertymark which fears that the regulations could reduce housing availability

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